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18-06-2025
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Children's art competition promotes peace in Manenberg
Children participating in the art competition organised by the 7th International Loving Peace Art Competition, hosted by the South Africa branch of the International Women's Peace Group (IWPG), Image: Supplied The 7th International Loving Peace Art Competition, organised by the South Africa branch of the International Women's Peace Group (IWPG), was a resounding success as it unfolded at the Sherwood Community Hall in Manenberg recently. Children and youth from 11 local schools gathered, bringing with them powerful artwork that voiced their innermost dreams of peace under the theme 'Peace, Let's Be Friends! What can we do to achieve peace?'. Young participants completing their art works in the 7th International Loving Peace Art Competition, hosted by the South Africa branch of the International Women's Peace Group (IWPG), Image: Supplied Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Advertisement Next Stay Close ✕ Ad loading With creativity and hope flowing from their brushes, the young participants explored the nuances of peace, depicting scenes filled with empathy, cultural harmony, and a vision of a world free from conflict. Each piece was a heartfelt reflection of a generation yearning for a brighter, more peaceful future. The festivities commenced at 10:00 a.m. and began with an opening prayer and dua, creating a moment of shared reflection. IWPG representative Patsy Daniels delivered a warm welcome address, followed by an inspiring peace message from a guest speaker. The event, which aimed to foster a sense of community and collaboration, featured a vibrant cultural performance before the main event - the art competition. Spreading the message of peace through children's art at the 7th International Loving Peace Art Competition, hosted by the South Africa branch of the International Women's Peace Group (IWPG), Image: Supplied Adjudication for the artworks was carried out by notable artists Gardie Judge, Preyser-Grantham, and Raeff John from the Butterfly Art Foundation. The judges commended the sincerity and creativity manifested in the students' work, highlighting how these young artists are able to articulate such profound messages through their art. Some outstanding winning pieces may even gain recognition on international platforms, as they are proposed for future exhibitions hosted by IWPG. This meaningful event was made possible through the generous contributions from local organisations, showcasing the spirit of community unity. The Butterfly Art Foundation generously sponsored the necessary art supplies and materials, while the Ward Councillor, Food for Life, and the Mustadafin Foundation provided nutritious meals to participants and attendees. Furthermore, the Manenberg Drivers Club volunteered its transport services, ensuring that students travelled to and from the venue at no cost. Children from across Manenberg participated in the 7th International Loving Peace Art Competition, hosted by the South Africa branch of the International Women's Peace Group (IWPG), Image: Supplied
Scoop
18-05-2025
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3,000 People Gather To Celebrate 6th Commemoration Of International Women's Peace Day With IWPG
18 May 2025 International Women's Peace Group (IWPG) held commemorative events for the 6th anniversary of April 26 International Women's Peace Day under the theme 'Women Bring Peace that the World Needs' in 70 major cities in 40 countries all around the world. The events took place between April 26 to early May and gathered 3,500 participants globally, reaffirming their commitment towards peace. In 2019, IWPG declared April 26 as 'International Women's Peace Day' with the vision of 'world peace and cessation of war,' protecting precious lives from war and passing down peace as a legacy to the future generations. IWPG is an international NGO registered in the UN Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) and Department of Global Communications (DGC), with its headquarters in South Korea and 115 branches in 122 countries and 800 partner organizations in 68 countries. Diverse events held all around the world This year's commemoration took place in major cities within Korea, including Busan, Daejon, Seoul, Incheon, and Iksan, and various countries around the world, such as the Philippines, Ethiopia, Australia, Lebanon, the United States, the Czech Republic, and Japan. In Busan, the commemoration gathered 300 people, and in Daejon, 110 people came together at Gapcheon Waterfront Park to celebrate and take part in the flashmob dance and peace march. 200 people participated in Incheon, and in Iksan, 30 members celebrated and opened an IWPG booth at Seodong Park. In Goyang, Goyang, Seodaemun, Paju, and Eunpyeong Branch held a joint event at Imjingak Pyeonghwa Nuri Park. A commemorative event was held at Peace Culture Bunker in Dobong-gu, Seoul, and a peace campaign at Yangjaecheon River, Gangnam-gu. In the Philippines, a peace delegation visiting from Korea from April 22 to 27 held the ceremony in front of the 3rd IWPG Peace Monument with IWPG members and discussed peace activities with various leaders there. Female solidarity and advocacy for DPCW This year's event highlighted the significance of the Declaration of Peace and Cessation of War (DPCW) and advocated for its legislation. The DPCW is an interactive solution for peace, contributed by people all around the world. It proposes practical measures to fundamentally cease war. Through the events, participants reaffirmed their commitment toward peace and stressed the significance of women in driving world peace. The event conveyed the message that the solidarity of women is crucial to ending war and preventing conflict and that their empathy and warmness is critical element to peacekeeping. There were also various booths and activities that citizens could participate in, such as making mini windmills with the pattern of the Korea flag, handing out fans, promotion on the streets, exhibitions of the International Loving-Peace Art Competition drawings, aroma hand massages, peace quizzes, planting, and bracelet making. IWPG Chairwoman Hyun Sook Yoon, 'Women should be the main agents of peace' In her commemorative address, IWPG Chairwoman Hyun Sook Yoon said, 'We need real peace, not just as a rhetoric. As written in UN Security Council Resolution 1325 on Women, Peace and Security (WPS), women must be the main agents of peacebuilding and be protected from war and conflict.' She also added, 'Alone, one may be weak, but together, we are powerful. Women around the world, please unite with IWPG to all become leaders of peace through peace education and work with your fellow women so that the victims of war and violence are protected and the DPCW becomes the peace law of the world.' About IWPG IWPG is an international women's NGO registered in UN ECOSOC and UN DGC. It has 115 branches in 122 countries, and 808 partner organizations in 68 countries. Under the vision 'achieving sustainable world peace,' IWPG is actively working to build peace networks, spread peace culture, conduct women's peace education, and support the legislation of the Declaration of Peace and Cessation of War (DPCW).
Scoop
08-05-2025
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IWPG New Zealand Successfully Hosts The 7th International Loving Peace Art Competition
Press Release – IWPG This years 7th annual competition was held under the theme What can we do to achieve peace? Many students participated and expressed their ideas for peace through creative drawings. 'A Dream of Peace Blossoms Through Children's Art' The International Women's Peace Group (IWPG) New Zealand hosted 'the 7th international loving peace art competition' at the Western Community Centre in Hamilton on 3rd May. The 'Loving Peace Art Competition,' hosted annually by IWPG, provides children and youth with an opportunity to express their thoughts about peace through art and has become a significant part of spreading peace education and culture internationally. This year's 7th annual competition was held under the theme 'What can we do to achieve peace?' Many students participated and expressed their ideas for peace through creative drawings. Shona Hammond Boys and Lyn Gilbert-Radford(NZ Children's Art House Foundation) participated for judging and awards. Sophie IWPG NZ representative said 'It was moving to see the children express their visions of peace through art. Hamilton can be proud of these young minds who imagine a better world and are already planting the seeds of peace for the future.' The winner of the division 1(age 9) said 'I hope the whole world to be a peaceful place for all of us.' And the winner of eh division 2(age10) described his work as follows: 'At sunset, pigeon give laurel leaves to whale. Whale means 'big nature' and pigeon means peace. I want peace and happy to nature. In addition, students who participated in the contest responded 'I love our peaceful life here in Hamilton. I hope we will be friends with peace together, forever.'. The event venue was filled with vibrant artworks and heartfelt messages for peace. Families and community members who attended showed great interest and support, highlighting the role of local communities in nurturing a culture of peace from an early age.
Scoop
08-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scoop
IWPG New Zealand Successfully Hosts The 7th International Loving Peace Art Competition
'A Dream of Peace Blossoms Through Children's Art' The International Women's Peace Group (IWPG) New Zealand hosted 'the 7th international loving peace art competition' at the Western Community Centre in Hamilton on 3rd May. The 'Loving Peace Art Competition,' hosted annually by IWPG, provides children and youth with an opportunity to express their thoughts about peace through art and has become a significant part of spreading peace education and culture internationally. This year's 7th annual competition was held under the theme 'What can we do to achieve peace?' Many students participated and expressed their ideas for peace through creative drawings. Shona Hammond Boys and Lyn Gilbert-Radford(NZ Children's Art House Foundation) participated for judging and awards. Sophie IWPG NZ representative said "It was moving to see the children express their visions of peace through art. Hamilton can be proud of these young minds who imagine a better world and are already planting the seeds of peace for the future." The winner of the division 1(age 9) said 'I hope the whole world to be a peaceful place for all of us.' And the winner of eh division 2(age10) described his work as follows: "At sunset, pigeon give laurel leaves to whale. Whale means "big nature" and pigeon means peace. I want peace and happy to nature. In addition, students who participated in the contest responded "I love our peaceful life here in Hamilton. I hope we will be friends with peace together, forever.". The event venue was filled with vibrant artworks and heartfelt messages for peace. Families and community members who attended showed great interest and support, highlighting the role of local communities in nurturing a culture of peace from an early age.
